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BRCGS Food Safety Certification

Achieve trusted BRCGS Food Safety Certification with IRCLASS, accredited by NABCB. Gain global acceptance, regulatory compliance and build customer confidence.

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WHAT IS BRCGS CERTIFICATION?

Global Standards for Food Safety Sites

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BRCGS Certification also known as Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards is a globally recognized standard that helps food safety sites ensure product safety, quality, integrity, and legality. Its risk-based framework promotes consistent compliance, stronger process control, and reliable product performance. By following a single global standard and audit protocol, organizations can simplify certification, reduce duplication, and strengthen confidence among regulators, customers, and supply chain partners.
Recognized under the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), BRCGS Certification is accepted worldwide, enhancing credibility and global market access. Accredited third-party audits verify alignment with both local regulations and international best practices. Certified sites benefit from improved visibility in the official BRCGS Directory, access to continuous improvement tools, and flexible audit options including announced, unannounced, and blended audits, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and lasting customer trust.
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WHY GET BRCGS Certified?

Empower Your Business With Trusted Quality Certification

Complete Food Safety Assurance

Ensure product safety, quality, integrity, and legality through a comprehensive, risk-based framework recognized worldwide for consistent compliance and reliable performance.

One Global Standard

Follow a single, accredited audit protocol that simplifies certification, reduces duplication, and ensures compliance with both local and global regulations.

Global Market Recognition

Gain worldwide acceptance under the GFSI-benchmarked BRCGS standard, replacing multiple customer audits and saving valuable time and cost.

Greater Visibility

Certified companies can appear in the publicly available BRCGS Directory, increasing exposure to global buyers and business partners while strengthening brand credibility.

Continuous Improvement Tools

Access a complete suite of tools and resources designed to enhance performance, support compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

Flexible Audit Options

Choose from announced, unannounced, or blended audit programs tailored to customer expectations and operational needs.

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HOW TO GET BRCGS CERTIFIED?

Step-by-Step BRCGS Certification Process

Step 1 – Application
Step 1 – Application Process
Begin your BRCGS certification journey with a simple application. IRQS supports both new and returning clients in identifying the right scope and applicable standard for their food safety site.
Step 2_ Stage 1 Audit
Step 2 – Audit Planning
A detailed audit plan is developed, including readiness assessment and gap analysis, to ensure your site meets all BRCGS Global Standard requirements and is fully prepared for audit.
Step 2_ Stage 1 Audit
Step 3 – Assurance Audit
An accredited auditor conducts a comprehensive on-site or blended audit to assess compliance with BRCGS requirements, covering product safety, quality systems, and operational controls.
Step 4_ Desktop Review
Step 4 – Review
Receive a complete audit report highlighting both strengths and non-conformities. Your organization implements corrective actions, which are reviewed and verified to confirm full compliance before certification approval.
Step 5_ Issuance Certification
Step 5 – Certification
Once compliance is confirmed, IRQS issues your official BRCGS Certificate. Annual audits and continuous improvement programs help sustain performance, ensure compliance, and drive ongoing food safety excellence.
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Take a Closer Look at BRCGS

BRCGS Certification Guide

Ensure global food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance with the trusted BRCGS Global Standard. Learn how certification strengthens customer confidence, reduces audit duplication, and supports continuous improvement across your operations.

What Our Learners Say

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“Earning the BRCGS certification transformed our food safety system. The certification made every requirement clear and practical, helping us achieve compliance with confidence.”
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“This certification changed how we view food safety. It’s no longer about checklists—it’s about consistent performance, accountability and global credibility.”
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“By earning FSSC 22000 certification, we’ve aligned our operations with global food safety requirements. It validates our commitment to consistent quality and builds greater trust with our customers and partners.”
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“The certification process was clear and practical, focused on real audit expectations. It helped us understand exactly how to demonstrate compliance with confidence and credibility.”
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“Achieving BRCGS certification was a major milestone for our organization. The audit process provided the structure, clarity, and assurance we needed to meet and maintain internationally recognized food safety standards.
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ADVANCE YOUR SKILLS WITH BRCGS INSIGHTS

BRCGS Certification Resources

Stay informed about the BRCGS (Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards) a Global Standard for Food Safety through expert insights and updates. Gain valuable knowledge on best practices, regulatory changes, and practical guidance to strengthen your organization’s compliance and continuous improvement efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Guide To BRCGS Certifications

BRCGS, or Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards, is a globally recognized framework ensuring food safety, quality, integrity, and legality across the supply chain. It is benchmarked by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and widely accepted by retailers and manufacturers worldwide. BRCGS certification helps organizations meet international compliance requirements, reduce risks, and build lasting trust with customers.

The certification process begins with an application and readiness review, followed by audit planning and an on-site or blended assessment. Non-conformities, if any, must be addressed with corrective actions before certification is granted. Accredited third-party audits verify compliance with local and global standards.

IRQS is an accredited certification body recognized by NABCB, experienced in delivering BRCGS certification audits. Our auditors are trained to the latest BRCGS standards, providing objective assessments that help organizations achieve and maintain certification with confidence and compliance.

As an accredited certification body, IRQS adheres to strict impartiality requirements and does not provide consulting or advisory services related to certification to avoid conflicts of interest. Our role is to conduct independent audits ensuring fair and credible certification. For consulting, organizations can engage independent providers or official BRCGS ( Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards) training partners.

Organizations that meet all requirements receive an official Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards certificate confirming compliance with the global standard. This certificate is recognized worldwide and helps build marketplace confidence.

The duration varies by site readiness but typically ranges from a few weeks to several months, including preparation, audit, and corrective actions.

Costs depend on site size, audit scope, and the certification body. IRQS provides clear, upfront pricing based on your specific requirements.

Yes. BRCGS standards cover various sectors including manufacturing, storage, packaging, and retail. Certification scope and requirements are tailored for each business type.

Non-conformities must be promptly addressed. IRQS supports you through a verification re-assessment to ensure compliance before certification is granted.

Certification validity is typically 12 months, with annual surveillance audits and full recertification every 2 to 3 years based on your audit cycle.

As your certification body, IRQS delivers expert audits, fair evaluations, and ongoing surveillance to help maintain your BRCGS certification and compliance.

Get Certified with Confidence!

Start your journey today with trusted experts in certification, assurance and training who make the process simple seamless and stress free.

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